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Hindu Munnani Accuses DMK MLA Of Conspiring With Islamist Outfit SDPI To Usurp Sacred Thirupparankundram Temple Hills

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Hindu Munnani Accuses DMK MLA Of Conspiring With Islamist Outfit SDPI To Usurp Sacred Thirupparankundram Temple Hills

Kadeswara C Subramaniam, the State President of Hindu Munnani, has strongly criticized the DMK government, accusing the ruling party of conspiring to provoke a religious riot by using the Thirupparankundram hill, associated with Hindu god Murugan, as a tool to incite Muslims. This accusation comes in the wake of rising tensions between Hindus and Muslims, particularly following a protest by Muslims, incited allegedly by the SDPI party, calling for the sacrifice of goats and roosters on the sacred hill. Additionally, DMK MLA Abdul Samad has been accused of illegally conducting a survey around the temple and conspiring to take control of the hill.

“Hindu Munnani openly accuses the ruling DMK party of conspiring to provoke a religious riot by using the hill of Thirupparankundram, the first battle base of Lord Murugan, as a means to incite Muslims. DMK MLA from the Manapparai constituency, Abdul Samad, who is neither a minister nor a representative of Thirupparankundram, conducted a survey of the area accompanied by SDPI officials and members of terrorist organizations. Despite the suspicious nature of this activity, the authorities allowed it to proceed,” said Subramaniam in a statement issued on 21 January 2025.

He further claimed that SDPI officials held meetings to discuss the use of an illegally constructed Muslim cemetery to expand control over Thirupparankundram Hill. “The goal appears to be to create unrest across Tamil Nadu,” he alleged, citing reports that suggest a larger conspiracy.

Subramaniam emphasized that Thirupparankundram holds deep cultural and religious importance for Hindus, with extensive evidence in Tamil literature and administrative records affirming its association with Lord Murugan. He also pointed out that courts, from the London Privy Council to the Madras High Court, have recognized the hill’s sacred status, allowing festivals like Karthigai Deepam to take place there.

“Such acts of conspiracy to build cemeteries and encroach upon temples have historical precedents dating back to the Mughal era. For example, the Ettukkudi Murugan temple was converted into the Ervadi Dargah, and in Karnataka, a Muslim tomb was found buried inside the Sri Ranganatha Temple in Srirangapatna.“, he said.

Subramaniam criticized the Tamil Nadu government for its alleged inaction, stating that the DMK is indirectly supporting efforts to provoke religious tension. He accused the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department and the Madurai Municipal Corporation of neglecting their responsibilities to protect and develop Thirupparankundram Hill.

“The Chief Minister has failed to condemn Abdul Samad’s petition to allow Muslim worship at the illegal cemetery on the sacred hill. Instead, various Muslim organizations are fueling the controversy, while the government remains silent,” Subramaniam said.

The Hindu Munnani President also questioned the inaction of the Minister for Hindu Religious Endowments, who, despite organizing events like the “World Murugan Devotees Conference,” has not addressed the issue.

Subramaniam called for immediate government intervention to halt the alleged conspiracy. “If the DMK continues down this path, Hindu Munnani, representing Murugan devotees and Hindus worldwide, will mobilize a massive protest to protect the sanctity of Thirupparankundram Hill,” he warned.

 

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ED Seizes ₹13.7 Crore In Cash And Documents From DMK MP Kathir Anand’s College In Vellore

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ED Seizes ₹13.7 Crore In Cash And Documents From College Owned By DMK MP Kathir Anand In Vellore

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has confiscated ₹13.7 crore in cash, along with documents and a computer hard disk, following a raid at Kingston Engineering College in Christianpet, Vellore, which is owned by DMK MP Kathir Anand. Kathir Anand, who is serving his second term as an MP, is the son of senior DMK leader and minister Duraimurugan.

On 3 January 2025, ED officials conducted a search at Kingston Engineering College, where Kathir Anand serves as the chairman. The operation, which involved over 15 officials, lasted for 44 hours.

During the search, ED officials reportedly reviewed CCTV footage and discovered unaccounted cash, documents relating to the college’s operations and financial transactions, as well as a computer hard disk. The cash seized was believed to be reserved for staff salaries, Pongal festival bonuses, and student fees. Two days into the operation, the ED seized an additional ₹2.74 crore and hard disks, while also sealing the server room of the college.

The raids are part of an ongoing investigation stemming from a 2019 Income Tax case against Kathir Anand, linked to alleged cash-for-votes activities during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Over ₹10 crore was confiscated from locations connected to Anand’s associates in Vellore, leading to the cancellation of the election in that constituency.

(With Inputs From DTNext)

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DMK Govt’s “Sollin Selvar” Awardee Surya Xavier Makes Hate Speech Against Brahmins Again

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DMK Govt's Sollin Selvar Awardee Surya Xavier Makes Hate Speech Against Brahmins Again

Surya Xavier, the recipient of the 2021 Tamil Nadu DMK Government’s “Sollin Selvar” literary award, recently made a controversial post on social media targeting the Brahmin community. His post came in response to comments made by IIT Madras Director, Prof. V Kamakoti, who had stated that cow urine (gaumutra) has medicinal properties and mentioned that in his village, it was traditionally consumed and mixed with panchakavyam for various purposes.

Dravidianists, eager to seize the opportunity, jumped on the comments, ridiculing the IIT-M director and mocking his statements, despite the fact that both Ayurvedic science and Western medicine have utilized cow urine for medicinal purposes. Even after Prof. V Kamakoti defended his stance by referencing journals from the West. However, his critics, particularly from the Dravidianist and Periyarist camps, seized this moment to ridicule him and spread divisive sentiments targeting his  community.

In a social media post on 21 January 2025, Dravidianist Surya Xavier sated, Dravidianist Surya Xavier made a controversial statement, saying, “Iyer Iyenkar Technology (IIT) – We don’t even need a pipe, we will just suck it by mouth.” He accompanied this comment with an image of a cow with a pipe inserted into its back. This post quickly attracted attention and sparked further debate, with many criticizing Xavier’s offensive remarks and the imagery used to target IIT Madras and its director, Prof. V Kamakoti.

Netizens criticized Surya Xavier for focusing solely on reforming Hindu practices, despite being a Christian, and questioned why he doesn’t address the bigoted practices within his own faith. They also pointed out his hypocrisy in defending Prof. Kamakoti, the creator of India’s first microprocessor, while attacking others. Some of the criticism given below.

This is not the first time that Surya Xavier has made hate speech against the Brahmin community.

A few years ago he had called Brahmins as dogs and went on to abuse the then AIADMK Minister Ma Foi Pandiarajan.

“They had conspired to make Tamil Nadu as a hunting ground for Brahmin dogs. Ma Foi Pandiarajan is a dog who survives by licking. He is a Tamil Nadu Minister.”, Xavier had said.

Xavier also referred to Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi, originally from Bihar, as “Aryan” Ravi. He claimed that Ravi’s ancestors migrated from Afghanistan via the Khyber Pass and are now attempting to assert control over this region.

Prof. Kamakoti Defends Cow Urine Comments, Cites Scientific Research

Prof. Kamakoti, who is also an organic farmer, made the remarks on 15 January during an event at a gaushala (cow shelter) to celebrate Mattu Pongal, a festival highlighting the significance of cattle in Tamil agriculture. His statements, which praised the medicinal value of cow urine, sparked sharp criticism from various political and social groups.

In his defense, Prof. Kamakoti explained that his comments were taken out of context. “The anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties of cow urine have been scientifically proven. Prestigious journals in the US have published supporting evidence,” he said. He clarified that his comments were made in the context of promoting organic farming and the conservation of indigenous cattle breeds, which are vital for agriculture and the economy.

To further validate his position, Kamakoti shared several papers from well-known international journals, including Nature, which published an article titled “Peptide Profiling in Cow Urine Reveals Molecular Signature of Physiology-driven Pathways and In-Silico Predicted Bioactive Properties.”

Additional studies he referenced included papers such as “Use of Bio-active Fraction from Cow Urine Distillate (Go-Mutra) as a Bio Enhancer of Anti-Infective, Anti-Cancer Agents and Nutrients” (US patent), “Review of Gaumutra” (Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research), “Chemotherapeutic Potential of Cow Urine: A Review” (Journal of Intercultural Ethnopharmacology), and “Benefits of Cow Urine: A Review” (International Journal of Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Research).

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Vijayan Govt Sold PPE Kit At Exorbitant Price During Covid: CAG Report

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Vijayan Govt Sold PPE Kit At Exorbitant Price During Covid: CAG Report

Comptroller and Audit General (CAG) report, which was placed before the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, revealed that during the Covid time, the Kerala government led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan sold the PPE kits at exorbitant prices. The report revealed that the PPE kit – which was available for Rs 550 – was not purchased and was purchased at a cost of Rs 1550 which caused a loss of Rs 10 crores. In March 2020, the first COVID-19-positive case in the country was reported in Kerala.

Kerala Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and the then Health Minister K.K. Shailaja were the prime culprits in this massive fraud while the CPI-M dismissed it as nothing but political witch-hunting by the Centre. “We had brought up this issue already and now the CAG has endorsed this massive scam. We will take this up as we did back then. At present there is a case to this effect going on. Shailaja cleared the order for PPE kits after getting the green signal from Vijayan,” said Satheesan. He added that three companies had agreed to supply one PPE kit for Rs 500, but the order was given to San Pharma at Rs 1550 per PPE kit.

“Shailaja herself in the past had admitted that the order was given on Vijayan’s directions. Importantly, a 100 per cent advance was paid to San Pharma. What we raised in 2021-22 has now been proved right by the CAG,” added Satheesan. However, by dismissing the scam as political witch-hunting, CPI-M leader K. Anilkumar said where were these people (CAG) all this while. “The Centre is using organisations to haunt the CPI-M government and this is the latest example,” said Anilkumar.

S.S. Lal an accomplished health expert who worked with the WHO said this is nothing but blatant day-light robbery on the part of the Kerala government. “The Health Department is a gold mine for those who are engaged in purchases. Even though I have my own politics, in this aspect I am speaking as a health expert. The CAG has come out correctly against the Kerala government,” said Lal who was the Congress candidate at the 2021 Assembly polls.

–IANS

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We Believe In Mahatma Gandhi’s Hindutva: CM Siddaramaiah

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We Believe In Mahatma Gandhi’s Hindutva: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the Congress party believes in Mahatma Gandhi’s Hindutva who was a true Ram devotee.

While addressing a gathering at the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha on Tuesday following the unveiling of the Mahatma Gandhi Statue, the CM said, “Mahatma Gandhi, who was a true Ram devotee and an exemplary Hindu, was killed by the BJP Parivar’s Godse. We believe in Gandhi’s Hindutva, while the BJP Parivar follows the murderous ideology of Godse.”

“Gandhi’s Hindutva embraced love, harmony, and equality. On the contrary, the BJP Parivar opposes these values, harbours hatred for Gandhi’s principles, and acts against the Constitution and Ambedkar’s ideals,” Siddaramaiah stated.

He further said, “We aim to pass on Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophies to the next generation more meaningfully. With a vision to fulfil Gandhi’s dream of Gram Swaraj, we will move forward with the ‘Jai Bapu – Jai Bhim – Jai Samvidhan’ campaign.” Siddaramaiah recalled that 100 years ago, Mahatma Gandhi presided over the Congress party session in Karnataka and kindled the flame of the Independence struggle on this very land. On December 25 and 26, 1924, the historical Belagavi session was held and Mahatma Gandhi presided over it. On December 26, 1924, Mahatma Gandhi took charge as the President of the AICC. It was the first and last time that he became the President of the AICC.

He did not become the president again, he noted. “It is unforgettable that in Karnataka’s land, in Belagavi, Mahatma Gandhi took charge as the President of the AICC and ignited the freedom struggle in the country. In his speech, Mahatma discussed truth, non-violence, equality, rural development and other issues. He stressed up on women’s empowerment,” he said. “However, the BJP is branding Mahatma Gandhi as anti-Hindu. This is a blatant lie. During his last breath after being shot, Mahatma Gandhi took lord Ram’s name. He uttered ‘Hey Ram’ before passing away. We do not need any other example. He is a true Hindu, we do not need more evidence to prove it,” the CM said.

“Mahatma Gandhi is not an enemy of Hinduism. He wanted reforms in Hinduism and wanted Hindus and Muslims to live like brothers,” he stated. “Along with bringing Independence, he dreamt of how the governments and ministers in the country should function. Many seers, reformers and sages have condemned the caste system and tried to change society. These ideals are reflected in the Ambedkar’s Constitution.

“We, the Congress are in favour of the Constitution and the BJP opposes us. We have to protect the democracy and the Constitution and in turn, we will be protected by them,” CM Siddaramaiah said. “We should not let the BJP change the Constitution. It has been making attempts in this regard for years. The future generations must remember these challenges and do introspection,” he said.

–IANS

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Indian Space Economy Projected To Touch $44 Bn In Next Decade: Jitendra Singh

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Indian Space Economy Projected To Touch $44 Bn In Next Decade: Jitendra Singh

In the next 10 years, the Indian space economy is projected to touch $44 billion, said Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Tuesday. Speaking at an exclusive programme on Sansad TV, the MoS highlighted India’s transformation in the space sector, which began with the opening of the sector to private investment said Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday.

Speaking at an exclusive programme on Sansad TV, “The space economy has grown to $8 billion and is projected to touch $44 billion in the next decade,” Singh said. “Milestones like the indigenous Gaganyaan Mission, the upcoming Chandrayaan-4 (2027), Shukrayaan (2028), and the Indian Space Station (2030) showcase India’s robust trajectory,” he added. The Minister also lauded startups and FDI for fuelling innovation, with missions like SPADeX enabling docking capabilities, marking a leap in technological advancement. He highlighted the Vyom Mitra robo mission as a precursor to human space exploration. The Minister also spoke on India’s biopharma sector, and the nation’s strides in governance and climate action.

He claimed that biomanufacturing and bio-foundries would foster the Fourth Industrial revolution. “India’s bio-economy, backed by abundant resources from the Himalayas to its shores, is the growth driver. As one of the first nations with a dedicated bio-economy policy, India is set to lead global innovation in recycling, manufacturing, and startups in this sector,” said Singh, adding that “India is one pioneer country who has prepared its BIO-E3 policy”. Singh also emphasised the shift to citizen-centric governance with initiatives like Mission Karmayogi that are redefining bureaucracy by prioritising role-based capacity building. “Digital innovations like the face-recognition-enabled digital life certificate and dynamic online modules have eased citizens’ lives,” he said.

Singh reiterated India’s commitment to combating climate change and addressing its heterogeneous climatic challenges, while stressing India’s leadership in preventive healthcare, meeting global standards in addressing health and environmental concerns. “India has emerged as a reliable partner on the world stage, driven by collaborative efforts, transparency, and innovation. The conducive environment created under PM Modi’s leadership has made the nation a hub for startups, businesses, and industries, cementing its position as a leader in technology, sustainability, and governance,” the Minister said.

–IANS

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PMK Urges Rs 40,000 Per Acre Compensation To Paddy Farmers Affected By Unseasonal Rain

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PMK Urges Rs 40,000 Per Acre Compensation To Paddy Farmers Affected By Unseasonal Rain

Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder S Ramadoss has urged the Tamil Nadu government to provide compensation of Rs 40,000 per acre to paddy farmers whose crops were damaged by unseasonal rain. He also appealed to the government to expedite the procurement of paddy bags and recommended increasing daily procurement targets at Direct Procurement Centres (DPCs) to meet farmers’ demands.

The CPI(M) has called on the state government to provide compensation of Rs 35,000 per acre to farmers for the affected crops. The CPI has also suggested increasing the permissible moisture content for paddy procurement to 22 per cent, citing challenges faced by farmers due to the unseasonal rain. In response to the widespread crop damage, the Tamil Nadu government has already appealed to the Central government to relax the permissible moisture content for paddy procurement from the current 17 per cent to 22 per cent. Food Minister R. Sakkarapani confirmed that a formal request has been sent to the Centre to address this issue.

The government revealed that paddy procurement for the 2022-23 Kharif marketing season has been ongoing since September 1, 2024. From September to January 17, 2025, a total of 1,349 DPCs facilitated the procurement of 5,72,464 tonnes of paddy from 80,634 farmers, with Rs 1,378 crore directly credited to their bank accounts. Despite these efforts, farmers in Tamil Nadu’s delta districts, often referred to as the “rice bowl” of the state, are facing severe distress. Unseasonal rain, cloudy skies, and frost have made it difficult to dry harvested paddy, resulting in grains with higher moisture content.

The districts of Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, and Nagapattinam have been hit hard by heavy rainfall in recent days, leading to severe inundation and water stagnation. These conditions are expected to cause extensive damage to Samba paddy crops. The state has already experienced a 40 per cent drop in Samba paddy production in the Delta districts during the 2023-24 season due to a deficit in the northeast monsoon. For the current season (2024-25), while there was adequate rainfall, inadequate de-silting and drainage measures have exacerbated the situation, leaving farmers vulnerable to significant crop loss.

–IANS

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“Amazing Gentleman, Have Huge Respects For Him”: DMK Industries Minister TRB Rajaa Praises Devendra Fadnavis As A “People’s Man” At Davos WEF Summit

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DMK Industries Minister TRB Rajaa Praises Devendra Fadnavis As A "People's Man" At Davos WEF Summit

DMK Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion, and Commerce, TRB Rajaa, has praised Devendra Fadnavis, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from the BJP, as an “amazing gentleman” and expressed his deep respect for him while participating in the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland.

TN Industries Minister is pitching Tamil Nadu to investors at the World Economic Forum. He says he is happy as long as the investment stays in India. He mentioned, “If I am going to fight for an investment and Maharashtra is trying to pull it for Maharashtra, and I’m trying to pull it into Tamil Nadu, I don’t mind as long as it comes and stays in India. We are all fighting together for India. We don’t want to lose out to Vietnam, Indonesia, or Malaysia. That’s the whole story when we are aggressive.”

While sharing the stage with Fadnavis, Rajaa praised India’s growth story and called Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu the double engine. He said, “Honorable Chief Minister, it is an honor to share the stage with you, sir, the secretary, other chief ministers, and all officers here. Amazing people from all over India. It is a huge honor to be here today, especially at this opening. I’ll tell you what happened last year. Last year, we took Davos by storm, and it was just an India show. I think RIF thought that we need to put an end to this and bring them all together in one space, otherwise they are going to run out of space because it was India everywhere. So the world is seeing where India is growing, and it’s amazing to see the growth story we are experiencing together. The number one state, the number two state, and I’m not agreeing with you on that. I still think Mumbai is just beating us with numbers anyway. This right here is the double engine that’s running in India. This year, the double engine is powering India, it is a train of unstoppable growth story.”

Rajaa further praised Fadnavis in a statement, “I have great respect for him; he is a people’s leader, just like our leader MK Stalin. They are always on the ground, with the people and Chief Minister also had done that in Maharashtra. This goes as you said learning from each other.”

In a bid to attract international investments, six Indian states—Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Kerala—are fiercely competing for attention at the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from 20 to 24 January 2025. The event, which draws global leaders and investors, provides these states a platform to showcase their investment potential.

Several prominent political figures, including CMs Devendra Fadnavis, Chandrababu Naidu, and Revanth Reddy, are set to promote their states at the prestigious venue. The WEF features two India pavilions, one representing the central government and the other dedicated to the six states, which will occupy separate floors in the second pavilion. Key leaders attending include Nara Lokesh and T.G. Bharath from Andhra Pradesh, T.R.B. Rajaa from Tamil Nadu, Suresh Kumar Khanna from Uttar Pradesh, and P. Rajeev from Kerala. Maharashtra and Telangana have ambitious goals, with Maharashtra aiming to sign MoUs worth ₹7 trillion and Telangana targeting ₹1 trillion in investment.

Among the competing states, Andhra Pradesh is sending the largest delegation of 20 members and has allocated around ₹15 crore for its pavilion, themed “Sunrise State Andhra Pradesh.” Chief Minister Naidu is expected to hold 19 high-level meetings, including discussions with heads of state. Additionally, Andhra Pradesh’s IT Minister Nara Lokesh will conduct 50 bilateral meetings, focusing on sectors like IT, petrochemicals, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.

Telangana is promoting its “Telangana Rising 2050” initiative, which aims for balanced development across the state. “Telangana will be divided into three distinct clusters to ensure growth beyond just Hyderabad,” explained Jayesh Ranjan, the state’s Special Chief Secretary for Industries, Commerce, and IT. Kerala’s delegation of six members will focus on sectors such as IT.

Tamil Nadu, on the other hand, is launching a global campaign under the slogan #BullishOnTN. During the four-day event, the Tamil Nadu delegation has scheduled 50 meetings with potential partners, aiming to foster deeper ties with global leaders. “Our commitment to policy continuity ensures that MoUs are executed effectively, with streamlined approvals and an ideal ecosystem for industries to thrive,” stated Arun Roy, Tamil Nadu’s Industries Secretary.

(With Inputs From Business Standard)

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Oppose When In Opposition, Support When Seated In Power: DMK’s Hypocrisy On Parandur Airport Project Exposed

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Netizens share old clips in which DMK opposed greenfield projects when in opposition, while backing them now when in power.

Netizens heavily accused the ruling DMK government of hypocrisy, as they shared old videos of current Chief Minister MK Stalin and Sun News, the DMK’s media outlet, which previously peddled a narrative to oppose the former AIADMK government for selecting greenfield projects on agricultural land. This strategy was once used as a tool to gain power, yet the same party is now advocating for these greenfield projects, claiming they are essential for economic growth.

This comes against the backdrop of actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay visiting farmers and protesters who have been demonstrating for over 900 days against the proposed Parandur airport project. Vijay expressed his solidarity with them during this visit, marking his first on-ground protest, where he engaged directly with the public. While his approach largely mirrored the DMK in opposition mode, which capitalized on people’s emotions against infrastructure projects to gain power, it reflects a similar political tactic.

Below are some instances of how the DMK opposed such projects in the past and has supported them once in power.

For instance, during a speech opposing the then-ruling ADMK, MK Stalin, the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, criticized the proposed 8-lane highway project, claiming, “This project will affect 8,000 acres of agricultural land. A data shows it will require the destruction of 300 acres of forest, 8 mountains, and cause damage to more than 10,000 wells, 154 lakes, 316 small ponds, 20 schools, over 250 ancient temples, 30,000 coconut trees, 4,200 borewells, and 28,000 houses. Edappadi Palaniswami is pushing this project for mere commissions, despite the severe impact on lakhs of people, particularly the livelihoods of women and children. They are determined to implement this project by cutting down all green trees and taking away half- to one-acre lands from farmers. Today, if anyone tries to stop them, they are being attacked and arrested.”

In another video shared, MK Stalin had criticized the previous AIADMK regime, portraying it as anti-farmer. He remarked, “Is he a farmer? Under his regime, all the farmland of the farmers was expropriated just to secure mere commissions.”

Moreover, the DMK’s first family-owned media outlet, Sun News, played a significant role in promoting the narrative that villagers opposed the proposed greenfield project, amplifying the voices of protesters in 2019 when the DMK was supporting the issue. However, by 2022, the narrative shifted, with Sun News focusing on why Parandur was chosen for the airport and framing the project as necessary for economic development was the height of hypocrisy.

If there is no opposition to a project, Sun News would give credit to the ruling DMK government, but when opposition arises, it would shift the blame to the central government. This reflects their inherent hypocrisy.

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Morattu Muttu: Dravidianist Journo Niranjan Kumar’s Desperate Attempt To Buttress TN Speaker Appavu’s ‘Younger Brother Gnanasekaran’ Comment Falls Flat

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Niranjan Kumar defends Appavu, who claimed that Gnanasekaran, the accused of the Anna University case, was his younger brother.

After the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, M Appavu claimed that Gnanasekaran, the culprit in the Anna University sexual assault case, was his younger brother, his statement drew heavy criticism on social media. Opposition parties already raised concerns about Gnanasekaran’s ties to the ruling DMK, citing several photos of him with ministers and the Deputy Chief Minister. The Speaker’s comment reignited debate over whether the culprit has connections within the DMK and whether there is an attempt to shield him.

Appavu allegedly made this remark at an event on 10 January 2025, when a book launch ceremony for the book titled “India Won” written by Dravidianist journo Niranjan Kumar in Chennai. 

A portion of the video where Speaker Appavu, who was present at the event, spoke on stage which went viral has him saying, The Madras High Court has appointed three female IPS officers to investigate the case of my younger brother Gnanasekaran“.

Dravidianist Journo Niranjan Kumar To The Rescue

Like a true foot soldier of the Dravidianist party, Niranjan Kumar certainly went beyond expectations to buttress the DMK and also prove Speaker Appavu not guilty of anything. In a long post on his X handle, he tried to prove that the Gnanasekaran whom Appavu mentioned was a random person sitting at the event and even went on to claim he was an LIC agent. In the post, he wrote, “Some videos of Assembly Speaker Appavu’s speech are going viral, and explanations are required. The first thing Appavu spoke about was the launch of the book India Won that I had written. So I think it would be best if I provided an explanation for that. There were many people present at the function, one of whom was named Gnanasekaran. I personally do not know who he is. Since it was a book launch function at the Press Club, he had come as one of the public. He gave visiting cards to everyone present as if he were an LIC agent. The two women who came with him also gave visiting cards. As soon as the show started, he came on stage and gave his father a towel. Even though he was old, none of us stopped him. His father asked him what his name was. When the man said Gnanasekaran, he laughed and said, “Oh, this name has become a big problem for us now, and the case is progressing very quickly.” Then, during his speech, the LIC agent Gnanasekaran, who was sitting opposite him, was clapping his hands and getting excited. That’s why he referred to him as “brother” and gestured towards him. It is being spread that Appavu called Gnanasekaran, who is currently embroiled in a case, “Thambi“. While the program was going on, some journalists who came in laughed and said to their father, “They’re going to cut and paste what you said anyway and cause trouble.” Comrade Indrakumar Appavu, who was hosting the program, also provided an explanation of his speech on stage. I feel obligated to report what happened, which is why I am writing this post.”

Here’s why his claims and excuses fall short. Appavu in that short clipping clearly said that 3 female IPS officers are currently investigating the case of “Thambi” Gnanasekaran in the name of the Madras High Court order. One wonders whether the Gnanasekaran that Niranjan is indicating was involved in some case, that too being investigated by 3 women IPS officers!

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